PBS News Weekly_ The promise and perils of America's safety net _ March 29, 2024.mp4

In the United States, millions of people benefit in some way from the so-called social safety net, a series of programs meant to help Americans in need. Because of how hard it is to navigate the system, many people who qualify for housing, food or medical assistance struggle to get and keep their benefits. The PBS NewsHour looks at different forms of welfare in the U.S., who they serve, and how they've become ensnared in political fights.